Yoga Teaching Essentials – Fall 2026

Mondays ONLINE: 5:30–8:30 pm*
Saturdays ONLINE or In-person: 8:30 am–12:00 pm, 1:30–4:30 pm

3-day weekend ONLINE with In-person options: Friday 9/25 5:30 pm–Sunday 9/27 12:30 pm

*(optional earlier start and end on most Mondays can be arranged)

The Yoga Teaching Essentials course provides a thorough training in developing the skills necessary to become a confident, knowledgeable Yoga instructor. It will provide an in-depth understanding of Hatha Yoga to help establish, expand and refine teaching skills. If you are looking to jumpstart your teaching career, or gain more confidence in the classroom, this is a great option for you.

The included Practice Weekend will allow participants to explore depths of the Yogic practices and lifestyle. This experience can then become a guide when sharing these profound teachings with others.

Prerequisites

Completed Module 1 of our two-part, 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training no more then two years prior to the start of this course. This is Module 2 of the certification program.

or

Previously completed RYS 200-hour training with Integral Yoga or with a different school of Yoga.

This course certifies any participant to teach an Integral Yoga Level 1 – Beginners Hatha Yoga class and will be qualified to register with Yoga Alliance as a RYT-200.

Curriculum

Hatha Yoga – In-depth training in asanas and how to teach them with the ability to adapt to students’ individual needs. Includes instruction in subtle practices such as deep relaxation, pranayama, and meditation, as taught in Integral Yoga Hatha classes.

Anatomy – Study of anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics as they relate to asana practice, with an emphasis on understanding benefits and contraindications.

Teaching Methodology – Guidance on making adjustments, adapting class sequencing, teaching Yoga workshops, and more.

Practicum – Weekly practice teaching sessions supported by our experienced mentoring staff. Students receive individual guidance with the goal of teaching a full class by the end of the program.

Professional Development – Covers ethical guidelines, scope of practice, practical advice for pursuing Yoga teaching as a career, continuing education opportunities, and professional accreditation.

Online and In-Person Teaching Skills – Training in both virtual and in-person class delivery to prepare for diverse teaching environments.

Certification Requirements

To receive certification, participants must complete the following:

Teach a qualifying class to fellow trainees.

Pass three written assessments:

Raja Yoga Review – Can be taken at the end of Module 1.

Midterm Quiz – Covers detailed knowledge of the sequence and core poses of the Integral Yoga Level 1 class.

Final Exam – Includes Yogic terminology, the sciences of Yoga, and basic anatomy.

In addition to passing all written reviews, students must meet attendance requirements and successfully teach a full Integral Yoga Beginners class as part of the practicum.

Support and Community

Graduates of our 200-hour teacher training program may apply to teach at the Integral Yoga Institute. If accepted, they’re eligible for additional free training with a mentor and ongoing continuing education. They can also apply for a variety of graduate-level teacher trainings leading towards RYT 500-hour certification.

Tuition includes free access to all Yoga classes offered at Integral Yoga Institute San Francisco and free access to IYTV, a large and ever-expanding library of recorded Integral Yoga Teachings and classes, throughout the duration of this course!

Online

The entire training can be completed online. We offer optional in-person components, though they will not be required. We are committed to providing a safe, high-quality learning experience for all participants.

Graduates will develop the skills needed to teach both in-person and online. As Yoga Alliance continues to update its guidelines for online teacher training, we remain aligned with their standards. Our dedicated staff provides personalized support and online coaching to ensure meaningful connection and guidance throughout the training.

All materials shared online, including lecture recordings, will be available throughout the training and for three months after completion of the course.

Technological Requirements

Please note that regular access to the internet is required to participate in this online training. You must be able to run Zoom on your computer or tablet and have an active email account to receive course materials.